Education stories
AI's impact on education: benefits & challenges ahead
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A new report by S&P Global Ratings highlights AI's transformative potential in education, urging investments to harness benefits while addressing ethical and funding challenges.
Ásgeir Óskarsson appointed as BSV Association chief
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The BSV Association has appointed Ásgeir Óskarsson as its new Managing Director, bringing over ten years of expertise in finance, insurance, and blockchain.
Riverlane appoints Liz Durst as VP of QEC community
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Riverlane has appointed Liz Durst as Vice President of QEC Community, aiming to enhance quantum error correction alongside its innovative Deltaflow software.
Gallabox raises USD $3.5m to boost AI WhatsApp tools
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Gallabox has secured USD $3.5 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven WhatsApp tools, aiming to transform communication for small and medium enterprises.
Nicola Allen appointed Managing Director at Educake
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Educake has appointed Nicola Allen as Managing Director, aiming to enhance the use of its online assessment technology across UK schools amid rising teacher workload concerns.
Kentico celebrates digital innovation with 2024 awards
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The Kentico Site of the Year 2024 Awards have celebrated 30 exceptional digital projects, demonstrating the platform's growing impact across various industries.
KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs
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KnowBe4 research reveals the average cost of a data breach rose to USD $4.88 million, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies.
Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
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A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.
PanIIT summit 2025 concludes with over 3,500 delegates
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The PanIIT World of Technology Summit 2025 in Mumbai attracted over 3,500 delegates, focusing on digital transformation and innovation across industries.
Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development
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Microsoft and Pearson have formed a strategic alliance to enhance AI skilling and learning, addressing the urgent need for workforce readiness in an AI-driven economy.
Australia's first tech policy think tank TPDi launched
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Australia unveils its first independent tech policy think tank, the Tech Policy Design Institute, aiming to shape the future of digital regulation and innovation.
Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency
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Middlebank Consulting Group and SimPPLY have formed a partnership to enhance supply chain visibility, aiming to cut third-party costs by up to 15%.
Rapid Circle announces new leadership for ANZ region
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Rapid Circle has appointed George Stavrakakis as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its growth in the region's tech sector.
UK space investment soars, creating jobs & educational prospects
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Investment in the UK's space sector has surged by 435% since 1990, creating nearly 49,000 jobs and fostering educational opportunities for future generations.
Alcatel-Lucent partners with Westcoast for UK distribution
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has partnered with Westcoast to distribute an extensive range of communications and networking technologies across the UK and Ireland.
PPDS appoints Lutz Harder as interactive displays manager
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PPDS has appointed Lutz Harder as its new Global Product Manager for Interactive Displays, tasked with enhancing its market presence in key sectors.
Adobe unveils Live Co-Editing feature in Photoshop beta
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Adobe has unveiled Live Co-Editing for Photoshop, enabling multiple users to edit documents in real-time, enhancing collaboration and creativity across teams.
Indosat & ZTE launch microwave network across Indonesia
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and ZTE have unveiled a vast microwave network across Indonesia, enhancing digital access for 80% of major and remote areas.
Snowflake invests USD $20 million in data cloud training
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Snowflake has unveiled its ambitious One Million Minds + One Platform initiative, committing USD $20 million to train and certify one million individuals in AI Data Cloud skills by 2029.
Keir Starmer unveils AI action plan to drive growth & innovation
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In a bid to enhance its position in AI innovation, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled the AI Opportunities Action Plan, aiming for GBP £47 billion growth and ethical standards.